2009 Acura TL vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 532 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
